Waterfall Hikes Near Greenville, WV

232 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Greenville? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Greenville. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.7227°N, -81.8745°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Greenville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Greenville have live flow data today

Big Falls Barely Flowing Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Kanawha Falls Low Lower Falls Low Upper Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 95°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny Best
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Greenville

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2570 cfs 43rd percentile
  2. 2 Richman Falls Moderate · 2570 cfs 43rd percentile
  3. 3 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2570 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Moderate · 144 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Kanawha Falls Low · 5920 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Low · 1350 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Greenville (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Greenville (6 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

45.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Greenville

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

45.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

44.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

14 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

36.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Greenville

Are there free waterfalls near Greenville?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Greenville, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Greenville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Greenville, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Greenville?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Greenville, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenville?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenville, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Greenville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Greenville is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Greenville?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Greenville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Greenville?

The closest waterfall to Greenville is Upper Falls, approximately 31.7 miles away.

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